Wintell & Co Law Firm, ‘a highly responsive firm that consistently delivers high-quality work’, handles a wide range of shipping and maritime matters, including disputes, insurance, and financial issues. Mervyn Chen heads the practice from Shanghai, regularly advising on accidents, collisions, and corresponding pollution-related work. Also at the Shanghai office, James Hu is experienced in matters involving collisions which result in serious loss of life and heavy pollution, while Yuxin Dai produces ’top quality work’. Jason Chen, ‘an excellent choice for complex legal matters’, often acts in maritime construction and insurance cases from Guangzhou. In Qingdao, Zhenfei Dong provides support on various collision-related mandates.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The firm is highly regarded for its deep integration with national strategies and international vision. They offer comprehensive legal services with a strong focus on client needs and effective problem-solving.’
  • ‘The team’s professionalism and dedication are evident in their ability to provide timely and accurate legal advice. Their thorough understanding of relevant laws ensures the best possible outcomes for clients.’
  • ‘Jason Chen is particularly recommended for his extensive experience in maritime law. His dedication and timely feedback make him an excellent choice for complex legal matters.’
  • ‘Wintell & Co. is a highly responsive firm that consistently delivers high-quality work. Their commitment to client needs is commendable.’
  • ‘Yuxin Dai is very responsive, producing top-quality work quickly and efficiently. His strategic approach sets him apart from others.’
  • ‘The firm’s strong business capabilities and excellent communication skills ensure that clients receive top-notch legal services. Their international network further enhances their competitive edge.’

Work highlights

  • Representing the interests of M/T "New Bright" after her explosion and fire at Changshu China on 21 Dec. 2023 to provide all the legal services throughout, including but not limited to negotiate with the claimants, assisting crew members on-site, and dealing with the complicated issues with the MSA and Customs, and other relevant local authority.
  • Representing the interests of the Panamanian general cargo vessel MV “Sea Justice” after her collision with the anchored Liberian oil tanker MT “A Symphony” in dense fog, off Qingdao port, China in April 2021, including to provide all the legal services throughout, to set up the limitation fund for maritime claims for MV “Sea Justice”, to defend all the claims issued as against MV “Sea Justice”, and to deal with the complicated issues with the MSA.

Lawyers

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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Mervyn Chen

Other key lawyers

James Hu, Jason Chen, Cunqiang Cai, Changqing Yu, Jasmine Liu, Liang Chen, Yuxin Dai, Hailong Li, Vicky Wang, Zhenfei Dong